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Cheapest return flight
£440
Typical prices: £476-£690
United Airlines
Mon 29/1Mon 12/2
VIE - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£342
Typical prices: £477-£675
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/1
VIE - SFO • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vienna and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg £492 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 14h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vienna to San Francisco (VIE-SFO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Vienna to San Francisco

Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 12 Feb
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07:00 - 16:05VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:50 - 17:40SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
13h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£440United Airlines
Mon, 22 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
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07:00 - 21:39VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 39m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl
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07:00 - 07:10SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 10m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£441United Airlines
Mon, 22 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
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07:00 - 21:39VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 39m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl
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06:15 - 08:10SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
16h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£441United Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
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06:00 - 16:31VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 31m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
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08:10 - 10:30SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Zurich
£441United Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:10 - 23:07VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 57m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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09:00 - 11:55SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£444Delta
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 10 Mar
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12:10 - 23:07VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 57m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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09:00 - 11:55SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£444Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:10 - 23:07VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 57m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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09:00 - 11:55SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£444Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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07:40 - 18:45VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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20:35 - 10:15SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
28h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£495British Airways
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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07:45 - 14:55VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:25 - 22:30SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
20h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£498British Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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07:40 - 19:42VIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 02m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
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17:25 - 22:40SFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
20h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£502British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vienna to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Vienna to San Francisco?

Return flights from Vienna to San Francisco typically range from £476 to £690. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £440 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to San Francisco?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to San Francisco. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to San Francisco?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to San Francisco at £446 return.
•December (£671) and January (£661) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vienna to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Vienna to San Francisco are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vienna to San Francisco flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£342
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 131% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vienna to San Francisco

When to book flights from Vienna to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vienna to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Vienna to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Vienna to San Francisco.

  • How long is a flight from Vienna to San Francisco?

    A direct flight from Vienna to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 5,994 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vienna to San Francisco?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vienna to San Francisco flight?

    Return flights from Vienna to San Francisco range from £476 to £690, with an average of £567 over the past 12 months. Anything below £476 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vienna to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £567 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Vienna to San Francisco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £440 to £3,122. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Vienna to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vienna to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £587, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vienna to San Francisco?

    Flights from Vienna to San Francisco usually depart from Vienna Intl (VIE) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vienna to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vienna to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Vienna to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £540 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £639, a difference of £99.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Vienna to San Francisco?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 22m, compared to 14h 27m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 14h 46m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Vienna and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 8 hours behind Vienna (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Vienna to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £540, about £99 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vienna to San Francisco trip for September. Fares historically average £446 return in that month – typically £225 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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